Then and now

Honestly, I don’t even play an active role in my life any more. Things just happen, and I’m like “Oh, is this what we are doing now? OK.”

The concept of I and Me have changed. I’m not a professional, husband, son, brother, father acting out scripted roles.

I am at peace. I live for myself.

We is for those who associate with me as a not-so-important part of the family. I know no We. I dissociated long back. The only dim memory that remains is that of etiquette. I need to keep them happy, if they choose to visit me. I express happiness on their celebrations. I sympathize with, and encourage them to move on, in times of trial …. all the while knowing well, that they will be in my place someday.

Nothing is permanent or indelible in life – not even memories. Yet, moments are to be lived – in the manner you choose. You cannot not live. It is not a choice.